SAFETY SAFETY INFORMATION DO NOT GET CAUGHT IN ARTICULATED PORTION The clearance around the work equipment will change according to the movement of the link. If you get caught, this may lead to serious personal injury. Do not allow anyone to approach any rotating or telescoping part. BURN PREVENTION Hot coolant q To prevent burns from hot water or steam spurting out when checking or draining the coolant, wait for the water to cool to a temperature where it is possible to touch the radi- ator cap by hand before starting the operation. Even when the coolant has cooled down, loosen the cap slowly to relieve the pressure inside the radiator before removing the cap.
Hot oil q To prevent burns from hot oil spurting out when checking or draining the oil, wait for the oil to cool to at temperature where it is possible to touch the cap or plug by hand before starting the operation. Even when the oil has cooled down, loosen the cap or plug slowly to relieve the internal pres- sure before removing the cap or plug. FIRE PREVENTION AND EXPLOSION PREVENTION q Fire caused by fuel or oil Fuel, oil, antifreeze, and window washer liquid are particu- larly flammable and can be hazardous. To prevent fire, always observe the following: q Do not smoke or use any flame near fuel or oil. q Stop the engine before refueling.
q Do not leave the machine while adding fuel or oil. q Tighten all fuel and oil caps securely. q Do not spill fuel on overheated surfaces or on parts of the electrical system. q Use well-ventilated areas for adding or storing oil and fuel. q Keep oil and fuel in the determined place and do not allow unauthorized persons to enter. q After adding fuel or oil, wipe up any spilled fuel or oil. q When carrying out grinding or welding work on the chassis, move any flammable materials to a safe place before starting. q When washing parts with oil, use a non-flammable oil. Diesel oil and gasoline may catch fire, so do not use them. 2-15